Passport

A new passport design will be introduced in Moldova starting October 15, and the cost of obtaining one will increase

Moldova is preparing to introduce a new-style passport with enhanced security features and an updated design, and the cost of obtaining the document within the standard processing time will increase. Authorities attribute the fee increase to rising costs for new passport forms and security measures; existing passports will remain valid until their expiration dates.

25 September 2026 · 16:23

The introduction of new passports in Moldova has been postponed to October 14

The government has postponed the date for the introduction of the new Moldovan passport designs from September 30 to October 14

22 September 2026 · 15:35

Moldova's passport ranked 79th in the 2026 Global Mobility Ranking

In the new 2026 Global Mobility Ranking, the Moldovan passport retained its position in the middle of the list, and its global reach is estimated at more than half of all destinations. The report also highlights significant differences across regions and individual countries: in some places, travel for Moldovan citizens remains as straightforward as possible, while in others, a visa must still be obtained in advance.

15 September 2026 · 09:48

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